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The Best Methods to Follow to Control Dog BarkingThe first step in stopping excessive barking is to try and understand why your dog may be barking. Look at their environment and their history and see if you can identify any causes for the excessive barking. Excellent Good Average Bad Terrible Current Rating
Special Training and Products for Chronic Barking DogsFor dogs that just won't stop barking, there are a number of products and training services available to help.Citronella Anti-Bark CollarsThese collars spray the citronella scent in front of your dog's nose when it barks. As the dog does not like the smell, it will begin to associate barking with the unpleasant scent. You can order citronella anti-bark collars from www.fuzzytummy.com You can also find these collars and similar products from pet stores.Anti-Barking Shock CollarsThese collars give the dog a shock when it barks. Many dog trainers and vets do not like the idea of these shock collars. However, others believe they are a good training tool.Debarking SurgeryYou might be tempted to try debarking surgery, which removes a dog's ability to bark. However, most dog trainers and vets consider this very inhumane. Barking is a dog's way of communicating. To remove it would be like removing a human's ability to speak.Dog TrainersThere are a number of dog trainers who will work individually with your dog in order to control your dog's barking. These trainers will be able to help train your dog and to give you tips for producing the right behavior in your dog. The American Dog Trainer's Network (www.inch.com/~dogs/training.html) has a list of dog trainers.Although dog bark collars can be very useful, they are not the best method of dog bark control. Even if it works, the reason for the dog's barking may still continue, causing anxiety and unpleasantness for your dog. If you want to stop dog barking, understand why the animal barks, remove any "triggers" and reinforce good barking behavior. Related ArticlesTop Dog: Cesar Milan's Canine Training MethodHow to Housebreak a Puppy Why Should I Crate Train My Dog? Basic Principles of Canine Obedience Training Stop Your Dog's Destructive Chewing Take the Lead! Leash Training Your Dog |
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